CLASSROOM SETUP! - Day 2

[@WimberlyAnn]

I love watching teachers set up their class rooms! You hear parents say "it's time for you to go back to school" it's cool to see the set up of that space that saves parents sanity!

[@noelleg3890]

Most of my teachers have a desk for grading and such and a separate desk for the projector/smart board hookup to the computer

[@jess85254]

That’s how my classroom is set-up. I have built in shelf’s the length of one wall with my teacher desk right in front of them and then my smart board hook up and phone are on the opposite wall with a small table for myself to have my laptop and document camera set up. I like it because it forces me to get more steps in even when I am just working in my classroom without students.

[@brooklynnb6966]

These videos calm my OCD like you wouldn’t believe 😍😍

[@asul3815]

I teach 7th grade and I completely agree with what you’re saying! I had to move classrooms this year, and also teach a new content. It’s a lot of work! I’ve taught for 14 years, it never gets easier to move classrooms/content. No one realizes all the work that teachers do on nights, weekends, summers, etc. Keep up the vlogs, we enjoy them!

[@silvataylor4097]

You need a wagon. I bought one from Walmart this year. Such a lifesaver when moving items from and to your classroom.

[@beautybug498]

Good to know! It's on my teacher wish list on Amazon!

[@roderickwoodard1415]

I am definitely going to invest in a wagon so I won’t need to ask the custodians for a flatbed. Plus, flatbeds can be tricky to move through different doors.

[@abbywalters7236]

Costco has one

[@allisontryon1016]

I teach grade 6 and ALWAYS teach from the carpet. The kids sit in a square on benches. We love it. I love having a meeting place.

[@lynpharr]

@@artecrafter4349 no way. I think the kids love it a little more than just sitting at their desks all period/day long. Its more inviting and a break.

[@Alyssaa948]

@@artecrafter4349 they will definitely vocalize if they don't like how they're being treated 😅 I bet her students love her!!

[@allisontryon1016]

@@artecrafter4349 They sit on benches, so they're not on the floor. I always give them the option to sit on a chair or to sit at their desk but I would say 90% of the time they choose to sit with the group. I've taught both ways - group meeting arrangement and them at their seats and I find the engagement and discussion is so much stronger when they're all together. I've taught in classrooms where it wasn't possible in the space and really missed it. Also I'm in Canada so in Grade 6 they are 10/11. I do find by the end of the year they're starting to "grow out of" the group meeting area so we switch it up. Depending on the lesson our arragement changes but generally our lessons are largely discussion based so it works great :)

[@allisontryon1016]

@@lynpharr Its great for transitions. They know what the expectations are and after the lesson is over they have a chance to get up and stretch on their way back to small groups or desks. It works well for my group.

[@Kellys1010]

I hope your students and parents will realize and appreciate how much thought, time, and effort you put into their learning space! 😊

[@isang1999]

I am currently interning at a school during there summer school. The school is 6-12. I love it. You are going to love 6th grade. Only thing I noticed is trying to keep kiddos on task is the only issue. Love older kiddos cause they work independently, very engaged, and they understand jokes. I don't plan on being a teacher. I want to go into school counseling. I want to be that ear to guide them through the rough times.

[@stephaniecoulson9488]

I love watching these kinds of videos from you! I feel like I learn from you just from watching the way you problem solve and tackle large jobs. Though I'm not a teacher myself, I can apply your tactics to other areas of my life. Best of luck with your new grade, I'm so excited to watch your journey!

[@felishapittman2778]

You hit gold with that box of supplies! That happened to me when the class I took over teacher retired! I did not need to buy anything!😉😉😚😚

[@janebarlogie7408]

I agree 😁

[@findingjoyinfifthgrade4135]

You're making good progress! Thanks for taking us along with you. I'm trying to get motivated to do those same tasks myself... Hopefully, soon!

[@crumcake3]

I love videos like this. It allows me know that it is real and I am not the only one that has to organize their teaching before you can think straight.

[@sharonwilliams1586]

You might like a sound bar. It can work with cables and blue tooth and everyone can hear it.Just an idea!

[@caprithornton8328]

I ❤️ these style vlogs. They give me ideas & motivation. I’m at year 21 & videos like this keep me fresh.

[@rebeccacox2266]

Just found you ...thanks for sharing the nitty gritty -- I am moving ROOMS (not grade level) and my anxiety is THROUGH THE ROOF -- haven't had time to get inside my (NEW) room yet, that happens tomorrow! Can't wait to see what else you do!

[@wandizawilliams8141]

This just shows how much work, time, energy, and effort it takes to set-up a classroom. Most people only want to see the pretty end product and not the grinding it takes to get to that. I won't start this process until next month. You're doing great!

[@TheBrippers]

Love all of your videos! Really shows both sides of the spectrum, the good and the hard 💕

[@ShineOnYouCrazyDiamond24]

I just concluded my Day 4 of setting up my room and it's crazy the amount of time we spend setting up. I started making piles in the middle of the room too and it works! Thanks for your channel. Can't wait to see your new journey. Love your POS comment. Lol.

[@esperanzaflores8425]

I absolutely LOVE your color theme! I might just copy you next year. I love it! Please keep making videos. I enjoy watching you, you are so motivational!

[@nancymccoy1875]

I've seen that Clorox wipe containers are great for storing yarn in

[@meaganterry4591]

Fellow 6th grade teacher! I personally prefer to teach to the longer side of the classroom. 📼So the room is not long but wide. This 📼not this📱That way kids are closer to the board. If that made any sense! You figure out what you want but your projector will never be moved most likely! Good luck

[@alisonmcdonald4387]

This is so exciting! I know you feel overwhelmed, but you will do fine. Believe it or not, a lot of the comprehension material will be stuff that you can recycle through even in 6th grade depending on the level of your students. Plus, you can create worksheets to beef up the rigor that you have. Math fact practice will always be needed. I have friends who have gone from third to sixth and have said that a lot of what you have taught is what they are working on with a few more components added. Looking forward to more great things to come!😊

[@johnlopez3996]

Best of luck to you in your third year of teaching. It takes you three years to get used to the teaching profession, but this year will be a bit more challenging because you have switched grade levels. You will do fine. Consider yourself blessed that you have so much natural light from all of the windows in your classroom. Now that you moved your two green chairs, I wonder if you can ask your principal to get that television out of the room and not pose a risk to students who are reading in the corner.

[@dreamtraveldisney]

I love any set up vlog, no matter how boring it may seem to some.

[@egtupper]

One thing I just thought of that you might need to know is that 6th graders smell a lot worse than 3rd graders especially after a day or physical activity outside PE Time anything like that. I taught 6th grade for 2 periods of the day at the end of the day in West Texas just very hot most of the time and honestly 32 6th graders pre-adolescents in the afternoon and a portable was almost unbearable.🤪 So, I want to tell you to make sure that your room is properly ventilated and that you may be stock up on some kind of bath & body wallflower or febreze clips or febreze spray or something along those lines just to make your classroom a little bit more appealing especially at the end of the day. 😁😄

[@LuvG0ddess]

Estela Tupper yes this is sooo true!

[@cindycollins3731]

I teach 5th and have spray deodorant that I tell my students they can use anytime. Lol. I don’t tell them to use it, I just remind them that it’s there.... 😂

[@johnlopez3996]

In California, per the Williams Facility Laws, you cannot have plug in air fresheners in the classroom. Cleaning supplies can be used, but must be kept in locked cabinets. It is true that the BO Fairy visits kids around fifth and sixth grades.

[@jenn112871]

Love watching your classroom set-up. I love your color scheme ~ it is mine also. I am also thinking about setting up my classroom and you are giving me some awesome ideas! Can't wait to see the finish classroom!!

[@beautybug498]

I love this series! I'm student teaching in the fall and my mentor teacher is moving classrooms! Your videos have been so much fun to watch!

[@nikkisadie7208]

I love you videos! I’m 25 years old and just starting my 4 years of school for a bachelor in early childhood education!! I can’t wait to be putting together my first classroom! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@janebarlogie7408]

I love this video becasue I get to see what supplies you've accumulated and not needed 😊

[@toschaferguson5749]

I can’t wait to see what amazing things you do with this classroom!

[@lizo4223]

I love that you test the markers and pens before deciding to keep them! Good tip (it took me like 8 years of teaching to start doing that haha). It’s also a good student job for end of the year packing.

[@cassiecollins6770]

Just found your channel and I love it already!! I’m a bus driver at the moment getting my BA soon to be a teacher and I’m hooked on these videos and you show it all and I love it 💜

[@abigailwalker5249]

Going through and storing your 3rd grade extras is a good idea. However, don't put it so far away that you can't get to it quickly. You may need it to fill-in gaps for some lower level students. I was a Special Needs teacher for over 13 years and always had curriculum ranging from 2nd-6th on hand.

[@lauraevelynashley]

Yes!!! Another setup video! These are my favorite. Keep them coming!

[@lynnmoehrle]

I have 2 UE boom speakers and they are small, blue tooth and the sound is awesome.

[@jenn112871]

I teach Self-Contained Autism and I love watching all the beginning stuff and organization that you are doing. Great job!!!

[@utfan0899]

I teach 6th grade but it's a middle school setting so I teach 5 classes with a total of over 150 kiddos. I cannot wait to see what you do!!

[@CoachHallWrites]

Love watching it slowly come together. Expo markers are a must in my class. You are set lol.

[@jackiefanson736]

Thank you for sharing the details of the move!! We appreciate seeing the good, the bad and the ugly!! You always do a great job, and help motivate me to get cracking!! 😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️

[@chelsyealyssa]

I love the green chairs! They’re so unique! 💚

[@jacklynpost4694]

Do you have to buy all of your curriculum for your grade? And also what are your plans for the old 3rd grade curriculum stuff?

[@EarlyEDventures]

no curriculum is supplied but anything supplemental is on us. Im saving it in case I ever go back!

[@myraelaine9724]

Even though these videos aren’t actual set up of the classroom, I love them because they’re real. I am currently taking classes in high school on the career pathway of elementary education and I couldn’t be more excited. When you start teaching 6th grade, will you make a video on moving grades as a whole, and specifically to 6th grade? Also, how do you survive planning for a new grade? Do you rely on the curriculum heavily or does your state/district let you adapt your lessons?

[@JillianFlodstrom]

I love these setup/organizing videos!

[@CharveDrewINSPIRE]

Just the motivation I needed to tackle my 4 boxes of files (free copies) and book I inherited. Getting it done!

[@saradally9912]

I love your channel! I am headed down to second grade myself after doing fifth this year! Its a leap but Im excited!

[@pm-r6136]

People always ask me why I have so many things but they don't understand we never know what grade were going to teach from year to year. I'm glad you haven't had to pay for all your stuff. I've bought all mine!! Do you think you can show how you organize your storage at home??

[@EarlyEDventures]

Patty M-R maybe in the future!!

[@PR-qg3ct]

No rush!! I know your busy!!!

[@TheHarlequinade]

These videos are making me itch to start on my own room - but our school year isn't even over yet!!

[@ally_bally6728]

I’m teaching Primary 6 in Scotland which I think it 4th grade in the US. This means I’ve been following you for a year now. I’ve been teaching 14 years now but was out of class for 5 and only got back in last year. You inspired me to have a colour scheme and the kids loved it. I chose multicolour and I’ll keep it going this year. Even my line manager commented on how great my room looked. Funny coz at home it’s minimalist grey and white only. Love these videos. Thank you. 💕

[@laurabaerg5352]

Loving to watch your journey! You will be amazing!! Thanks for bringing us along!

[@teachinwithpositivity9745]

I am so with you!! I dump everything in the middle of my room and sort from there! I am also in a similar position as you. I have been an elementary teacher for 13 years and now I’m moving to 8th with nothing, but my entire office at home is filled with my 5th grade stuff. Wondering how you are planning on handling the stuff you don’t need.

[@meganschaeffer1525]

Hey! Love watching your vlogs! How do you usually use your mini sterilite blue and green crates? The bins you put all the expo markers in! I just found a bunch at a garage sale and figured I could use them for something for my first year of teaching!

[@EarlyEDventures]

To store supplies!

[@alejandrasolis-perez438]

Im about to start my first year teaching and these videos are really helpful! Thank you!

[@robyrogerribi]

I love watching your videos......your organization skills are awesome and helps me organize

[@steminstyle4001]

I teach first but love watching you set up your space! I can't wait to start setting up my room!

[@waytoson]

New Subber...loving this.... Great job.. Can't wait to see more.

[@performingme971]

Why don’t you get a Bluetooth adapter for your speakers

[@dralbertpakin8895]

Where did you get those reading cubbicles things. I like them and want some for my classroom.

[@latonianelson8962]

Story of my life! This year will be my first time teaching second grade. Totally excited because I'm told it's the best grade ever! lol Yesterday was the first day we were allowed in the classroom to get started with set up and omg lots of work ahead and I'm already scatter brained. Good luck with everything!

[@jenocean824]

COuld You tell me where you got the blue baskets at 6:26 please?

[@julianamiller5903]

I was sitting on the edge of my seat when you were sorting the expo markers not knowing if you were sorting by color. Haha! What a relief! You did! Haha! I enjoy watching other people organize. #weirdlikethat

[@baileylynne5409]

I love these videos. I’m going to be a college freshman and I plan on being a teacher!!

[@margaretrudd3759]

Happy Sunday! Hope you have a great week!

[@mimifredoh]

I'm a 14 year veteran and I've had to move classrooms 5 times. It really is like moving a home. Hopefully you will get to a place where you can stay a while. It's nice they let you in this early to work.

[@curtain2222]

How long do you spend setting up a classroom? We don’t have a long summer (6 weeks) and I don’t want to spend half the time in the classroom !

[@silvataylor4097]

curtain2222 it depends on what you want in your classroom. Some teachers take longer than others, but it’s truly depend on your preference.

[@paige9548]

Awww I love your channel and I can’t wait to see your future videos !! I’m new too and I’m here to stay !!! 💕

[@brittanymcgee7576]

Saw your wobble seats in the back. I taught sixth grade this year and no way will they be tall enough for them. Just something to think about.

[@jenniferblalock2727]

So good!! I love seeing all the things!!

[@thatnewbiegaming539]

Glasses are lit! Great choice

[@pinkkittymusic]

Question: Are you still teaching IB? Also will the giveaway be international? I am student teaching right now and looking into collecting materials for my future classroom wherever that may be.

[@EarlyEDventures]

PinkKittyMusic no longer IB and most likely it will not be but I’m not sure yet. I have to look into shipping to other parts of the world!!

[@ashleyshappynook]

Motivation frfr! Can’t wait to film my classroom set up! You guys are so lucky to get in!

[@carina9451]

I'm a first year third grade teacher this year! I have been spending so much money I don't have.

[@beautybug498]

I am student teaching in 3rd grade this year! and I feel the same way!

[@brittanybailey1901]

I am also a first year third grade teacher and getting ready for the year is exhausting! Lol

[@BrittanyCanCope]

Oh it’s fun to watch!!! #organizingmakesmehappy

[@micaelna]

I aleays enjoy your vlogs!! Your so real

[@GG09879]

That’s one of my favorite things is organizing supplies. Am I weird?

[@OhKaylaMariah]

I get so excited when I see a new video pop up! Ahhh! 💘

[@elviateixeira5352]

I love your blue bean bag seats. Where did you find them? I hope they’re affordable.

[@jasonauritt4840]

Hi there, how are you doing? Just want to say I’ve been watching your videos for a little while now and I really enjoy them and I think you have a great personality!

[@kristinchappell6677]

When do your students start school? I wish I was in my room, but with craziness for summer evaluations and a mission trip, along with not having access to my new building/room means I most likely won't get in until beginning of August, and kids start on the 19th. I'm kind of anxious I won't have everything ready, even though this is the 3rd time I've moved buildings.

[@EarlyEDventures]

august 15

[@kristinchappell6677]

Ok, that makes more sense. I finally got in to take measurements and pictures, so hopefully I can be in by the beginning of August! 😁

[@edenwheeler7576]

Welcome to middle school! It is def a wild ride.

[@lindacreeshaw8150]

Just out of curiosity, when does school start back up for you? We start back up the first week of september.

[@Paige-bs6su]

I start school on August 13th and I’m from kentucky

[@lindacreeshaw8150]

@@Paige-bs6su ooooh! That makes sense, I live in oregon & we start the 3rd of September.

[@beautybug498]

I am student teaching in 3rd grade this next year! Your channel has inspired me to create my own teacher content!

[@jackss0799]

Hi! First year teacher here 🙋🏻‍♀️ are most of your colored containers spray painted?

[@imystqcz8104]

Before you know it, all that supplies is gonna be gone😂

[@natashawilliams2575]

When is your giveaway? That would be so awesome for my 3rd grade class! Thank you for posting these videos. Something very therapeutic about knowing you’re not the only one wading through setting up!

[@EarlyEDventures]

Natasha Williams will post about the giveaway on Instagram!

[@vinternal7048]

What kind of school is this do you haven hallways or does the door just go outside?

[@kyla7627]

It's funny watching you set up your classroom when we haven't even started the summer holidays yet

[@annacravens8516]

do you have any advice for being an education major? I am starting college this August!! I am an elementary ed major and I would love to know some tips or some advice on becoming a teacher!

[@Musicfairy4life]

1st year 4th Grade Teacher And I’m feeling pretty overwhelmed! This will be a second career for me so I’m older (almost 40) and trying to find the money to spend on my classroom is pretty frustrating. My husband is a Navy vet on disability so I am our main income. The 4 months of student teaching were not great for our finances and we’re still trying to catch up.

[@mustloveelementary6189]

You are doing amazing! I am going to be a first year teacher and I love watching these videos! I appreciate the real life struggles and what to expect type advice. When are you going to do your giveaway?

[@EarlyEDventures]

Ashley Parkkonen I will announce about the giveaway on my instagram!

[@MissyMour]

Nice vlogs I'm on my third year teaching, thanks for some great ideas ☺️☺️☺️

[@sadieolsen331]

Love your top! Where is it from? P.S. So excited for these setup videos. They are my favorite! ❤

[@EarlyEDventures]

Sadie Foote tj maxx Lol

[@Belushi87]

you should see if the other teachers need supplies.

[@JUSTMOMIT]

I love these!!!!!

[@camgilinskyy]

I LOVE your videos! After I graduate high school I want to go to school to become a teacher

[@aislinntripp6285]

I am not a teacher but I still love watching you

[@amandabaker5655]

Where did you find the blue baskets? I am looking for them for my classroom.

[@savannahd82]

Amanda Baker hey mrs baker

[@morganbisienere5538]

I am a student studying to be a teacher. Do you have any tips for me about being a teacher

[@saaskia1018]

I love these videos so much 😄😄😄 i’m so excited for more these videos

[@charlyn241]

This will be my first year teaching. I will also teach 6th grade and I am excited yet nervous. Any new teacher advice?

[@EarlyEDventures]

I have a whole video on it and an updated one coming out!

[@charlyn241]

@@EarlyEDventures Thank you ! Cant wait to watch it!

[@afrocentricmar8166]

When does school start for you?

[@EarlyEDventures]

Amari Monét August 15